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Hyundai i20 vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (90 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (18600 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Skoda Fabia?

Hyundai i20

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Skoda Fabia

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Fabia has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Hyundai i20 costs 18600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Fabia

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Fabia has a clearly edge – offering 177 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.50 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Fabia pulls distinct stronger with 250 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 78 Nm difference.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is slight lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1145 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers hardly perceptible more room – 380 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 slight takes the win – 465 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Hyundai i20
Skoda Fabia

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Fabia

Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.6 L

Hyundai i20

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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Hyundai i20
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
18600 - 24000 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.70 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1145 - 1170 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
-
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.